Director of Teaching & Learning

Environmental and Analytical Science - UH-000350

The admission of an individual applicant is subject to:
<ul>
<li>a reasonable expectation that the applicant will be able to fulfil the learning outcomes of the course and achieve the standard required for the award;</li>
<li>the general requirements for the award to which the course leads;</li>
<li>the regulations for the particular course of study, which will describe the knowledge and skills required for admission;</li>
<li>evidence of personal, professional and educational experiences that provide indications of ability to meet the demands of the course.</li>
<li>the normal expectation that the applicant will be at least 18 years of age by 30 September in the academic year of entry.</li>
</ul>
 
The University of Huddersfield seeks and encourages applicants in order to widen participation, improve access and apply the principles of equal opportunities.  We provide support for applicants who require additional assistance in order to select the right course of study and make a successful transition to studying at University.  We encourage local, national and international applications.  Further information for International Students can be found on: <a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/international">http://www.hud.ac.uk/international</a>
 
For those students educated outside the UK, there is a requirement to have International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at a score of 6.0 with a minimum score of 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in any single component. For students who have alternative qualifications or do not meet the IELTS requirement the University also offers a range of <a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/international/pre-sessionalenglishprogramme/">Pre-Sessional English Programmes.</a>
 
The University provides opportunities for the accreditation of prior learning (APL) as stated at       the following link:  <a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-c/">https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-c/</a>
 
The University’s general minimum entry requirements are specified in Section D of the Regulations for Awards which can be found on the University website as follows: <a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-d/">https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-d/</a>
 
Every person who applies for this course and meets the minimum entry requirement – regardless of any disability – will be given the same opportunity in the selection process.  General advice and information regarding disability and the support the University can give can be found by contacting student services as follows:
Telephone: 01484 472675
Email: <a href="mailto:disability@hud.ac.uk">disability@hud.ac.uk</a>
 
Further information is available at their website at:
<a href="http://students.hud.ac.uk/wellbeing-disability-services/disabilityservices">http://students.hud.ac.uk/wellbeing-disability-services/disabilityservices</a>  
 
Further advice on the specific skills and abilities needed to successfully undertake this course can be found by visiting the University website at <a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/courses/">http://www.hud.ac.uk/courses/</a> and by contacting the admissions tutor.   
 
<ul>
<li>The specific entry requirements and admission criteria for the courses are detailed below:</li>
</ul>
 
Normally candidates will be at least 18 years of age by 31st December of the year of entry.
 
For full-time and Sandwich Courses, it is desirable that candidates have GCE/GCSE Grade C/Grade 4 or above in English and Mathematics and an approved science subject.
 
For entry to the undergraduate degree candidates normally will have:
 
<ul>
<li>112 UCAS points or BBC* from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a grade C in Geography at A Level or an alternative science subject at A Level.</li>
</ul>
 
<ul>
<li>DDM at BTEC in Applied Science. Alternatively, a BTEC in Health and Social Care is acceptable but must be accompanied by another A Level at a min grade C.</li>
</ul>
 
If you do not have the appropriate qualifications for direct entry to this degree you may be able to apply to our Science Extended Degree (BCF0).
 
Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above to include modules in relevant subjects. For example: Geography, Maths or Science.
 
*The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of your Science A Level study and is a requirement for entry to our degree courses.
 
Mature students, without formal qualifications may apply for admission through the School Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning Panel. Accreditation is approved by the SAVP.
<a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-c/">https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-c/</a>.

UH-000350 - Environmental and Analytical Science

Honours Optional

Honours Core

Honours Compulsory

Honours Level

Foundation Optional

Foundation Compulsory

Foundation Core

Foundation Level

Sandwich Year Out Optional

Sandwich Year Out

Intermediate Optional

Intermediate Core

Intermediate Compulsory

Intermediate Level

Structure

Mechanisms for review and evaluation of teaching, learning, assessment, the curriculum and outcome standards
<ul>
<li>Course and module reviews (student evaluations and staff report)</li>
<li>Annual course evaluation report prepared by the Course Leader and considered by Course Committee and School Annual Evaluation Committee</li>
<li>Peer observation of teaching</li>
<li>External Examiners' reports provide evaluation of the standards achieved by the students. The course team is required to formally respond to comments raised by External Examiners and to report on progress made in addressing any areas on concern.</li>
<li>Employers' reports for SWE students</li>
<li>PSRB requirements</li>
<li>Employer feedback is sought through feedback questionnaires involving employers of our graduates and through monitoring from placement providers.</li>
</ul>
 
Committees with responsibility for monitoring and evaluating quality and standards
<ul>
<li>The School of Applied Sciences Board monitors quality and standards, with a devolved responsibility being taken by the School Teaching and Learning Committee.</li>
<li>Student Panel</li>
<li>Course Committee</li>
<li>School of Applied Sciences Teaching and Learning Committee</li>
<li>School of Applied Sciences Annual Evaluation Committee</li>
<li>Course Assessment Board - meets in June and July to consider marks, progression and awards</li>
</ul>
 
Mechanisms for gaining student feedback on the quality of teaching and their learning experience
<ul>
<li>Student representation on Course Committee</li>
<li>Student evaluation of modules</li>
</ul>
 
Staff development priorities include:
<ul>
<li>Staff Personal Development Review</li>
<li>Updating professional developments</li>
<li>Regular course meetings and annual review and planning for subsequent academic year.</li>
</ul>

UH-000350

<ul>
<li>Reports of validation panels</li>
<li>Annual course reviews</li>
<li>Periodic review</li>
<li>External examiners’ reports</li>
<li>Qualifications and experience of staff</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>Year Tutor - of primary importance in supporting students, often fulfills many of the roles of the PAT and often the main point of contact. Students are encouraged to see their Year Tutor about any problems they have which do or may affect their ability to study and learn. Serious on-going issues are kept on track and student confidentiality is respected.</li>
</ul>
 
<ul>
<li>Personal Development Planning (PDP) process is facilitated by the relevant academic tutor in the context of the self-study modules particularly SFG1018, SIG2018 and SHG4020.</li>
</ul>
 
<ul>
<li>Academic tutors - students are encouraged to see academic tutors if they have difficulty understanding material or with coursework.</li>
</ul>
 
<ul>
<li>Course Handbook</li>
</ul>
 
<ul>
<li>Module Handbook</li>
</ul>
 
<ul>
<li><a href="https://brightspace.hud.ac.uk/d2l/login">Brightspace</a> virtual learning environment provides a range of study support material for each module.</li>
</ul>
 
<ul>
<li>Student e-mail and access to teaching staff including the Head of Department and the Course Leader</li>
</ul>
 
<ul>
<li>Supervised Work Experience (SWE) Students who take the optional SWE year are supported by the SWE Tutor and the Placement and Outreach Administrator. Guidance in the preparation of CVs, letters of application and interview techniques is available.  Students are supervised by visits during the placement period. The Department of Biological Sciences, within which Geography provision sits, has a long tradition of support for placing SWE students with major employers.</li>
</ul>
 
<ul>
<li>Final Year students attend specialist sessions designed to give expert guidance on future careers.</li>
</ul>